We help defense contractors and DIB suppliers achieve CMMC Level 1, 2, and 3 certification. Gap assessments, NIST SP 800-171 implementation, and C3PAO readiness — delivered fixed-price with no surprises.
Schedule a Free ConsultationThe Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification (CMMC) is the DoD's mandatory cybersecurity framework for the Defense Industrial Base. Under DFARS 252.204-7021, every defense contractor that handles Federal Contract Information (FCI) or Controlled Unclassified Information (CUI) must achieve and maintain the required CMMC level before being eligible to bid on, win, or retain DoD contracts.
CMMC 2.0 replaced the original five-level model with a streamlined three-level framework built on NIST SP 800-171. Unlike the previous self-attestation model under DFARS 252.204-7012, Level 2 now requires a mandatory third-party assessment by an accredited C3PAO — which means you can no longer simply check boxes on a spreadsheet and call it done.
Most defense contractors underestimate how much CUI they actually handle. Contract drawings, program schedules, technical data packages, and even routine email threads referencing part numbers can all qualify as CUI under the National Archives registry. Once CUI enters your environment, all 110 NIST SP 800-171 controls are in scope. Scoping your CUI enclave correctly is the single most impactful step you can take before starting remediation.
Any company in the Defense Industrial Base that processes, stores, or transmits FCI or CUI in performance of a DoD contract is subject to CMMC requirements — prime contractors and subcontractors alike.
If you hold a DoD prime contract, CMMC clauses are flowing into your new awards now. You are also responsible for ensuring your entire supply chain meets the applicable level.
CMMC requirements flow down from primes to all tiers. If you receive FCI or CUI under a prime contract, you are subject to the same requirements as your prime — even if you are a small business.
Managed service providers, cloud providers, and IT vendors that operate, maintain, or have access to systems processing CUI on behalf of a defense contractor are also in scope for CMMC.
The level you need is driven by the type of information you handle under your DoD contracts. Here is how CMMC 2.0 breaks down.
End-to-end CMMC consulting for defense contractors at every stage — from initial gap assessment through C3PAO certification and ongoing managed compliance.
A full review of your environment against all 110 NIST SP 800-171 controls, with a documented SPRS score, a CUI inventory, and a prioritized remediation roadmap. Your gap assessment is the foundation everything else builds on.
A mock C3PAO assessment that mirrors the official CMMC assessment methodology. We collect objective evidence, run through interview questions, and identify every gap before your actual assessment so nothing surprises you on audit day.
System Security Plan (SSP), Plan of Action and Milestones (POA&M), incident response plan, and the full supporting policy library — authored in plain English and tailored to how your business actually operates, not a generic template.
Network segmentation, FIPS-validated encryption, multi-factor authentication, audit logging, vulnerability management, and endpoint hardening across your in-scope environment. We implement, not just advise.
Ongoing log review, vulnerability scanning, quarterly evidence refresh, and annual SSP updates so your CMMC posture holds between assessments. Our 24/7 Managed SOC keeps your environment continuously monitored and documented.
Scoping, scheduling, evidence packaging, interview coaching, and on-site support during your formal C3PAO assessment. We prepare you for your CMMC assessment so your business passes the first time.
A proven, fixed-scope engagement model built around how defense contractors actually operate — not a generic consulting framework.
We identify every system, user, and data flow that touches CUI, define the boundary of your CMMC environment, and assess your current posture against all 110 controls. You receive a scored gap report and an SPRS score you can stand behind.
We prioritize gaps by risk and complexity, build a realistic timeline that fits your contract obligations, and assign clear ownership for every remediation action. No 200-item checklist with no order — a sequenced plan your team can execute.
We write your SSP, POA&M, and supporting policies, then implement the technical controls — MFA, network segmentation, FIPS encryption, audit logging, endpoint hardening — across your in-scope environment. We do the work, not just advise on it.
We run a full mock C3PAO assessment against the official methodology, close any remaining gaps, package your evidence, and coach your team for interview questions. Then we stand alongside you during your formal assessment.
CMMC certification is not a one-time event — it requires continuous maintenance. Our managed compliance program keeps your documentation current, your controls operative, and your posture audit-ready between triennial assessments.
We specialize exclusively in CMMC and defense contractor cybersecurity. Our team understands DFARS 252.204-7012, the CMMC Assessment Process (CAP), and how C3PAOs evaluate evidence — not just general security frameworks.
Every engagement is scoped and quoted fixed-price before work begins. You know the cost before you commit, and scope changes require your approval. No hourly billing surprises when remediation takes longer than expected.
Most consultants deliver a gap report and leave. We stay through remediation — writing policies, configuring systems, and implementing controls — so your team is not left translating recommendations into action on their own.
We work with defense contractors that have 10 to 500 employees. We know how to right-size the CUI enclave so you are not rebuilding your entire IT infrastructure, and how to leverage cloud-based FedRAMP solutions that fit a small-business budget.
Our managed security operations center provides continuous log monitoring, alert triage, and incident response — keeping your CMMC controls operative and your evidence current between assessments.
Our readiness assessment process is designed around the C3PAO assessment methodology. Clients who complete our full pre-assessment program enter their formal C3PAO assessment ready — with evidence packaged, staff coached, and no last-minute surprises.
Telco United serves defense contractors and DIB suppliers in every major defense market. Whether you are based near a military installation, a prime contractor hub, or a federal technology corridor, our team works with you remotely and on-site.
Schedule a free consultation with our CMMC team. We will assess your current posture, explain exactly what Level 2 requires for your business, and give you a clear path forward — no commitment, no jargon.
